'A disaster waiting to happen': Four ICU beds for population of 116,000
DHB chief describes the situation as 'very concerning'.
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Money-laundering trial: 'I was afraid to leave him because I thought I would die'
Paula Toleafoa has taken the stand in her defence in her trial.
Covid 'washing over the entire country': Tauranga could have cases this week, DHB says
The health board chief is warning people Covid-19 could be in Tauranga this week.
'The day we knew would come is here': Covid cases in Rotorua
Contact tracing for the two cases is under way.
D-day for teacher jabs - unvaxxed not allowed at school tomorrow
Teachers face a big decision today as the no jab, no job mandate comes into effect.
Rotorua Hospital, Stratford pharmacy among new locations of interest
People are urged to regularly check the locations of interest page.
Health authorities warn rural Māori most at risk
New cases in Rotorua, Taupō and Tararua among the record 207 reported yesterday.
Record 207 new Covid cases, one death - virus spreads south in North Island, 12 police officers isolating
New cases in Rotorua and the Tararua district were confirmed this morning.
Twelve police staff came into contact with Rotorua Covid cases
The staff are all self-isolating and have been tested.
Covid-19: New cases in Rotorua, Tararua as Delta continues spread across NZ
Reports of two new cases in Rotorua.
Auckland shooting: Fourth man arrested over New Lynn homicide
The man is due to appear in the Rotorua District Court tomorrow.
Jab mandate: Doctors, lawyers, teachers contact food charity
A food support service has had requests from professionals who will lose their jobs.
Money laundering trial: $20k cash could have been from business sale, not drug money, jury hears
The jury has heard the latest in a trial involving a woman accused of money laundering.
'Life was getting sucked out of them': Covid survivor's 'brutal' ICU ordeal
Andrew Leota could only watch and breathe as Covid-19 killed people next to him.
'More carrot': 'Unconventional' approach needed to lift Māori vax rates
'I don't think we've got an ice cube's chance in hell of even getting to 90.'
Money laundering trial: Large deposits made across 31 bank accounts - expert
A jury is to decide if Paula Toleafoa knew cash she was spending was drug money.
Drug money laundering trial: Abusive calls played to jury
Police forensic accountant gives evidence in Paula Toleafoa's trial.
Seven months in, no job descriptions for seven deputy CEOs
An employment lawyer has labelled the delay 'unusual'.
Kidnapped, bound, beaten: Gang women bash victim over drug debt
They kidnapped her twice and violently beat her over alleged stolen methamphetamine.
Two bore casings failed in three weeks - coincidence or sign of more action?
A volcanologist explains why bore casings fail.
Three Waters mandate upset: Mayors draft joint letter to PM
The mayor is still considering whether to sign a letter calling for a meeting with the PM.
Internal investigation under way after youths try to escape Oranga Tamariki facility, prompting police callout
An incident at Rotorua's Youth Justice Centre is under investigation.
Restaurant review: El Mexicano Zapata Express in Rotorua
The emperor of Rotorua's Mexican eateries, the irrepressible Eduardo Diaz
Drug dealer's wife spent thousands in dirty-cash shopping spree, Crown says
Just where did the money come from for Paula Toleafoa's big spending?
'Huge expectation and hope': Iconic attraction's reopening buoys tourism leaders
The reopening comes on the cusp of summer, tourism providers hope for eased restrictions.
Staff member hit by car after school prank goes wrong
A staff member at a Rotorua school is in hospital after being hit by a car.
'Failures test us': Rotorua trainer of last-placed horse eyes 2022 Melbourne Cup
"Failures test us but it's learning from them."
Humble horse owner Bill Pomare makes surprise TAB visit on Ocean Billy's big day
In true Bill Pomare style, on the biggest day of his life, he waltzed into a local TAB.
'Old system': Some Bay schools phase out streaming for junior students
Streaming at John Paul College will stop from the start of next year.
Inside job: Sub-contractor breaks into performing arts centre site
A worker used inside knowledge to break into a construction site and cause massive damage.
Black Power gang rallying for Covid vaccination event
An organiser says he hopes the event will give people the reassurance to get the vaccine.
Up to 75 protesters still camped at Auckland's border
Up to 75 protesters remain camped at Auckland's southern border at Mercer.
'Total U-turn': Rotorua reacts to Three Waters mandate
Steve Chadwick says the council will continue to "work constructively" in the process.
Bore quenched: Geothermal activity breaks through another Rotorua road
It is related to a nearby bore.